Why is Storm Austen trending?

Updated 21/10/2026, 12:04:34 UTC

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Science & HealthBBC Science·16m ago2 outlets

Irish weather warning ahead of Storm Austen

The first named storm of the season - Austen - will bring damaging winds and heavy rain to parts of the UK on Friday.

Science & HealthBBC Science·1h ago

Amber warning issued as Storm Austen threatens UK with strong winds and heavy rain

The deep area of low pressure is expected to move close to the south of the UK early on Friday with south-west England set to bear the brunt.

Science & HealthBBC Science·2h ago

Storm Austen to batter Wales coast with 70mph winds

Gusts of wind about 50 to 60mph are likely to hit large parts of south Wales on Friday.

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